Chiefs must focus on quarterback in 2017 NFL Draft

History has played out that fate favors the prepared. For decades, this organization has been forced and relegated to has been’s, throw-aways, or mid level quarterbacks due to the fact they simply refused to address the position in the draft. While Alex Smith is playing a solid quarterback, it’s time for this organization to think about the future of the most important position in sports today.

First off, Alex Smith isn’t getting any younger. In fact, Alex Smith is 32, and is under contract through the age of 34. As players age, especially into their 30’s, athleticism and arm speed slow down. Important to remember, as in all sports, father time is undefeated. it has never lost the battle of age with an athlete.

It’s important, nay vital to be prepared at such an important position, especially considering the starter is aging. Drafting a quarterback this year allows the organization flexibility in the event Smith becomes injured, game goes to hell, or retires. A perfect example is the 2015 Denver Broncos, lead by Payton Manning to the 2016 Denver Broncos, lead by Trevor Siemian. Not the transition you’re wanting to see.

Secondly, the backup quarterback position is becoming more and more valuable. Case in point, look at the contract Chase Daniel received from the Eagles this past off season, at 3 years and 21 million, that’s a lot of money for a backup. Well, that will likely become the new norm, as teams scramble to ensure they don’t get caught throwing the Kellen Moore and Tyler Palko’s of the world out on the field to play.